School Social Worker: Student Support & Wellness

Invictus Classical Academy; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Invictus Classical Academy in Warren, MI seeks a School Social Worker to support emotional and social development and to implement effective intervention strategies within the school environment. You will conduct assessments, provide social work services, counsel students, and collaborate with families, school staff, and community resources to promote student success.

Required qualifications include a Master's Degree in Social Work, State of Michigan Certification as a School Social Worker, and

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work
• State of Michigan Certification as a School Social Worker
• Valid social worker license (LLMSW or LMSW) issued by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and evaluations in accordance with family and student rights.
• Uses student, family, and school assessment results to identify needs affecting student learning.
• Supports the creation and implementation of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP).
• Provides social work services to students.
• Conducts psycho-social assessment and recommendations and interventions within school setting.
• Makes referrals to public or private agencies with appropriate follow-up.
• Serves as a liaison between school, family, and community resources.
• Participates in the Child Study Process and IEP process as required.
• Collaborates with other pupil personnel workers, school personnel, and community agencies in case conferences.
• Works with students individually to address personal problems related to home, family, health, and emotional adjustment.
• Participates in the development of instructional policies and regulations.
• Conforms to NASW Code of Ethics and Standards for School Social Work practice.
• Engages in professional development activities to enhance knowledge and skills.
• Maintains and administers the student records system in compliance with regulations and confidentiality.
• Assumes responsibility for the orderliness and safe use of instructional facilities and equipment.
• Organizes time, resources, energy, and workload to fulfill responsibilities effectively.
• Provides in-service training for staff in guidance programs, student conflict resolution, and self-awareness programs.
• Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the Principal.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Counseling and psycho-social support

Case reporting and writing skills

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

State of Michigan Certification as a School Social Worker

Valid social worker license (LLMSW or LMSW)

Job description

Invictus Classical Academy in Warren, MI seeks a School Social Worker to support emotional and social development and to implement effective intervention strategies within the school environment. You will conduct assessments, provide social work services, counsel students, and collaborate with families, school staff, and community resources to promote student success.

Required qualifications include a Master's Degree in Social Work, State of Michigan Certification as a School Social Worker, and